CAD Designer

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in GD&T, detailed manufacturing documentation, and design for manufacturability across both traditional machining methods and FDM additive manufacturing. This role will be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality CAD models and drawings in Creo, with a focus on tooling and fixtures for grinding, polishing, and metrology applications.

Job Title: CAD Designer
Location: Fairport, NY
Duration: 12+ Months

Shift - Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Position Summary
We are seeking a CAD Designer to support the development of detailed part specification drawings and manufacturing tooling used in precision fabrication processes. This role will be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality CAD models and drawings in Creo, with a focus on tooling and fixtures for grinding, polishing, and metrology applications.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in GD&T, detailed manufacturing documentation, and design for manufacturability across both traditional machining methods and FDM additive manufacturing. This individual will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and metrology teams to ensure designs are accurate, functional, and optimized for production.

Day to Day Responsibilities
Create detailed 3D models, part drawings, assembly drawings, and tooling documentation using Creo
Develop part specification drawings that clearly define geometry, tolerances, materials, finishes, and critical functional requirements
Design tooling, fixtures, and related hardware for grinding, polishing, and metrology operations
Apply GD&T principles in accordance with ASME Y14.5 to ensure drawings support manufacturing and inspection requirements
Collaborate with engineers, machinists, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to develop practical, manufacturable design solutions
Incorporate design for manufacturability (DFM) principles for both conventional manufacturing methods and FDM 3D printing
Support revision control and maintenance of released drawings and CAD models
Review and interpret engineering concepts, sketches, legacy drawings, and existing hardware to create detailed and accurate documentation
Ensure drawings and models comply with internal standards, quality requirements, and configuration management practices
Support tolerance, fits, and interface considerations for precision components
Assist in the development of tooling concepts that improve handling, repeatability, throughput, and measurement accuracy in optic production processes

Required Qualifications
Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field
3 years of professional drafting/CAD experience in precision mechanical or optomechanical environments
Proficiency in mechanical CAD software, with strong preference for Creo
Strong working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
Experience creating detailed manufacturing drawings for machined, fabricated, and precision components
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and assembly drawings, metric and imperial systems
Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or production support hardware
Demonstrated understanding of design for manufacturability for traditional manufacturing processes and FDM
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, release-ready documentation

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Ceramic Engineering, Glass Science, Chemical Engineering, or related
Experience with optic generation processes and/or optomechanical systems
Familiarity with FDM 3D printing
Experience with PLM/PDM systems such as Windchill, Teamcenter, or Agile
Knowledge of tolerance stack-up analysis, materials, and surface finishes
Experience supporting precision tooling or metrology-related designs

Additional Skills and Attributes
Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional technical team environments
Ability to manage multiple design tasks and priorities effectively
Practical understanding of manufacturing processes and inspection requirements
Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working with minimal supervision

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